Entry requirements

You are normally required to have a good first or second class honours degree (or equivalent from a university outside the UK) in a subject which includes a significant element of economics and/or accounting/finance. Applicants without sufficient knowledge of economics/ accounting or finance may be admitted provided they attend a pre-sessional course

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Graduate Institute of International Development and Applied Economics (GIIDAE) attracts over 90 master’s students each year from over 40 countries, making the Institute an outstanding example of a globalised educational experience. The diverse nature of our programmes reflects our international expertise, and our interactive approach to learning gives you a coherent understanding of theory, practice and current debates in international development and applied economics. We are ranked 12th in the world for teaching and research in agriculture and forestry and our students have given us a 91% satisfaction rating.

You will be taught by internationally renowned academics working at the forefront of research and policy development. Our expertise spans agriculture and economics, horticulture, food, rural environments and international development. Our links with the Centre for Food Security and the Walker Institute ensure our teaching covers cutting-edge topics, has an applied dimension and remains highly policy relevant. There are also excellent opportunities for overseas study thanks to our close links with international partners and an active placement programme.

• Taught by internationally renowned academics working at the forefront of research and policy development • Examine development finance against the background of development and macroeconomic policy • Analyse the role of development finance in economic development from micro and macro perspectives • Focus on financial inclusion, microfinance, institutional design and policy reform in domestic and international financial systems

Our programmes are excellent preparation for careers in international and rural development, agricultural economics, and marketing within the food chain and policy. Some 96% of our graduates are in work or further study six months after graduating.2 Engagement with a wide variety of visiting speakers and field trips provides many opportunities for networking. In addition, competitive internships and placements, and research dissertations are an opportunity to showcase your skills, undertake overseas field research or link with organisations in the development sector. For examples of organisations our graduates go on to, please visit: www.reading.ac.uk/giidae

Information for international students

Evidence of English Language ability required: an overall score of 6.5 in the IELTS with no individual element scoring less than 5.5 (or equivalent)

Fees and funding

UK students

£7,180

International students

£15,270

Qualification and course duration

MSc

full time

12 months

part time

24 months

PGDip

full time

varies months

PGCert

full time

varies months

Course contact details

Name: Dr Sarah Cardey
Email: pgso@reading.ac.uk

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